Infection Preventionist

Cedar Grove Respiratory and Nursing; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Grove Respiratory and Nursing Infection Control Nurse position requires developing and implementing infection control policies across the facility, while coordinating staff training and ongoing risk mitigation.

The successful nurse will monitor infection incidence, investigate reports, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement comprehensive infection prevention programs, ensuring up-to-date compliance and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement infection control policies and procedures
• Conduct regular assessments of the facility to identify and mitigate potential infection risks
• Train staff on proper infection control techniques and protocols
• Monitor and report on the incidence and trends of infections
• Investigate and respond to reports of infections
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement infection control programs
• Stay up-to-date with current infection control practices and regulations
• Provide guidance and education to patients and families on infection control measures

Job description

Infection Control Nurse Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and implement infection control policies and procedures

• Conduct regular assessments of the facility to identify and mitigate potential infection risks

• Train staff on proper infection control techniques and protocols

• Monitor and report on the incidence and trends of infections

• Investigate and respond to reports of infections

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement infection control programs

• Stay up-to-date with current infection control practices and regulations

• Provide guidance and education to patients and families on infection control measures